Councillors
Parish councils are the first tier of local government in England and Wales and are closest to the people.
They serve the smallest area and are responsible for the most local of matters. They are elected units of local government whose activities are controlled by Acts of Parliament.
Old Laund Booth Parish Council has a number of basic responsibilities, including representing the whole electorate within the parish; delivering services to meet local needs; and striving to improve the quality of life in the parish. It is responsible for providing a range of community services. We also employ a lengthsman to carry out duties extra to the responsibilities of the borough and county council.
Legal Obligations of the Council
The Council conducts its affairs in accordance with recommended codes of practice and ruling legislation, including a Transparency Code under which various matters (such as Council Meetings, Minutes, Accounts and financial information) must be made available for public scrutiny. These matters are covered in the pages and links on this website.
All councillors have signed up to the Code of Conduct and completed declarations of interest forms. See below and the information page.